Structural Engineer
The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Structural / Bridge Engineer to join our Consulting Structures team in Dublin.
The standard hours of work are 40 Hours per week, but we offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part-time and flexible working patterns. With our network of offices across the UK and now Ireland, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves.
Located in Dublin's thriving Docklands, our new office at The Freight Building is at the heart of our expansion in Ireland. It provides a modern, flexible workspace designed for collaboration and innovation. You will join a vibrant team of engineers, project managers, data analysts, commercial experts, safety specialists and operatives working together to support national and regional infrastructure priorities.
Amey’s growth in Ireland is supported by strong partnerships with transport authorities such as Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and Iarnród Éireann through various infrastructure frameworks. These include projects to improve strategic road and rail networks, enhancing safety, strengthening resilience, and improving connectivity for communities across Ireland.
What you will be doing
Our Structural Engineers play an important part within Consulting Structures team. As a Structural Engineer, you will provide effective support and assistance to your Senior Engineer on a variety of Structures public transport schemes, whilst supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians. As part of our Dublin team, you’ll work on local projects and support initiatives in Ireland and the UK remotely. Responsibilities include:
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To work in a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions
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Taking ownership and supporting the management and technical delivery of bridge engineering projects from start to finish, including:
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Design development
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Structural assessments
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Principal Inspections / Special Inspections
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Feasibility and other technical reports
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Preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme
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Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions
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Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries
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Drive effective Health and Safety practices within the team
We want to hear from you if you have
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Developed experience and expertise within Structures field, probably gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
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Comprehensive knowledge of structural design processes and procedures.
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An ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and Client’s requirements.
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Very good working knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools (e.g LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design).
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Has a good understanding of Safety, Health & Welfare and risk assessment.
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Substantially experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied.
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Evidence in working towards Incorporated or Chartered status with Engineers Ireland, ICE or IStructE. or an equivalent professional licence gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned is desirable and may be essential on particular contracts.
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning.
What we can offer
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
Some of our benefits include:
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Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
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Competitive salary and compensation
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Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
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24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
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Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
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Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
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Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
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Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
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Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Application Guidance
Diversity and Inclusion
We constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
Apply today
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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